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Traska The ChronographvsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

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The Chronograph
TraskaThe Chronograph
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Chronograph40mm
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Power Reserve
The Chronograph45h
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Water Resistance
The Chronograph75m
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
MSRP
The Chronograph
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
0.3mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
75m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Grey
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
NE86
Miyota 6T33
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
34
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$888

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What people say

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Traska The Chronograph

Traska The Chronograph owners widely praise the hardened stainless steel case for its durability, with one noting it remained in great condition after three years of wear. The bracelet is also commended for its snug fit, lack of stiffness or rattle, and the convenience of its on-the-fly clasp. One owner notes the watch wears larger. Overall, Traska The Chronograph owners rate the watch highly for its durable case and comfortable, convenient bracelet.

Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

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